Paisley then launched into his retrospective hit, 'Welcome to the Future.' Not only is performing at the White House a big deal, but July 4 is a meaningful holiday to the singer.

Earlier, Krauss and Paisley spoke with about 120 middle and high school students at a ceremony in the White House State Dining room, with Education Secretary Arne Duncan among those in attendance ...

Grammy-winning country singer-songwriter Brad Paisley is set to perform Thursday night (May 23) at the White House State Dinner, as President Joe Biden and first lady Dr. Jill Biden welcome Kenya ...

Editor's note: Country music star Brad Paisley was asked to participate in the White House Music Series on July 21. Exclusively for CNN.com, Paisley blogged about performing in the historic East ...